GOS · YSMB · Somersby Airstrip

Somersby Airstrip (GOS)

Gosford, Australia · small airport · -33.368° 151.300° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeGOS
ICAO CodeYSMB
Typesmall airport
NameSomersby Airstrip
MunicipalityGosford
CountryAustralia
ContinentOC
Latitude-33.368° S
Longitude151.300° E
Elevation860 ft
Climate ZoneTemperate
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryAustralia
ISO Code
RegionGosford
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+10
DST OffsetUTC+11
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Cooler dry season in Oceania
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Dry: Apr–OctWet: Nov–Mar

✈ Airlines Serving GOS

QF — QantasVA — Virgin AustraliaNZ — Air New ZealandFJ — Fiji Airways

🌡 Climate — Temperate (33.4°S)

Jan
Feb
10°
Mar
13°
Apr
17°
May
21°
11°
Jun
26°
15°
Jul
28°
17°
Aug
27°
16°
Sep
23°
13°
Oct
18°
Nov
12°
Dec
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on temperate latitude zone

AI-Enhanced Insights

Somersby Airstrip is a small regional airfield located on the Central Coast of New South Wales, near the town of Gosford, approximately 80 km north of Sydney. It primarily serves general aviation, private aircraft, and flight training operations. The airstrip provides convenient access to the scenic Central Coast region, known for its national parks, beaches, and proximity to Brisbane Water.

💡 Local Tip
If visiting the area, take time to explore the nearby Brisbane Water National Park, which offers excellent bushwalking tracks and Aboriginal rock art sites just minutes from the airstrip.
🚖 Getting There

Reaching Somersby Airstrip is best done by private vehicle, as there is no public transport directly serving the airfield. The M1 Pacific Motorway provides the main road access from Sydney and surrounding areas. Taxis and rideshare services operate in the region, though pre-booking is recommended given the limited availability on the Central Coast.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of airport is Somersby Airstrip?
A: It is a small general aviation airport primarily serving private aircraft, recreational flying, and flight training activities.

Q: Does Somersby Airstrip handle commercial flights?
A: No, it does not serve scheduled commercial airline services and is limited to general aviation operations.

Q: Where is Somersby Airstrip located relative to Gosford?
A: The airstrip is situated in Somersby, a short drive west of Gosford's town centre on the Central Coast of New South Wales.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: As a small regional airstrip, facilities are basic and primarily cater to general aviation pilots and aircraft owners.
AI-generated content · Generated Jun 27, 2026 · MiniMax-M3

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